Veterans Program Director

About the role

The North Carolina Department of Commerce is the state's lead agency for economic, community and workforce development. The department works with local, regional, national and international organizations to fulfill its mission to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians. The Department connects businesses with the site locations, workforce and infrastructure they need to succeed in one of the nation's top states for business. We also connect local communities with the grants and funding they need to attract new business and ensure future prosperity. Description of Work Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences The posting will close and stop accepting applications at 11:59 pm on the night prior to the closing date posted above. ***Recruitment range is $ 67,122 - $ 117,465 *** This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits , including health insurance, as well as retirement. The Division of Workforce Solutions (DWS) is seeking a strategic and experienced Veterans Employment Services Director to lead the administration and oversight of the Jobs for Veterans State Grants (JVSG) program. This leadership position is responsible for the functional and technical management of veteran-focused employment and training initiatives across North Carolina, ensuring alignment with federal requirements and state-level priorities. The Veterans Employment Services Director will serve as the primary liaison with NCWorks Career Center staff and other stakeholders, ensuring veterans receive high-quality, priority employment services. The role requires strong data analysis skills to interpret national and state labor trends impacting veterans, as well as the ability to manage federal grant funds effectively and compliantly.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and programmatic oversight of the JVSG program across the state.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on veteran employment services and federal priority of service requirements.
• Support NCWorks Career Center staff in the delivery of veteran services through guidance, technical assistance, and compliance monitoring.
• Analyze labor market data and program performance trends to inform decision-making and policy development.
• Manage and track federal grant funds to ensure efficient, compliant, and impactful use of resources.
• Represent DWS in engagements with stakeholders, including other government agencies, community organizations, and employers.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and training initiatives to enhance service delivery to veterans.
• About the Division of Workforce Solutions
• The mission of the North Carolina Division of Workforce Solutions (DWS) is to develop North Carolina's workforce talent, help individuals advance their career opportunities, and meet business workforce needs by connecting talent to jobs.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Applicants who possess the following qualifications may receive management preference:
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of public and business administration, particularly as they relate to veteran services and programs.
• Experience in program development, analysis and evaluation.
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and direct a statewide development program.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and to speak effectively before large groups.
• Incentives of NC State Employment:
• We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. Benefits to include:
• 12 Annual Paid Holidays and monthly accrual of vacation and sick leave
• North Carolina State Health Plan administered by Aetna
• Supplemental Benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental, and Vision
• NC State Retirement (TSERS), 401(k), and 457 savings plans
• WeSave Employee Discounts
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Learn more about new hire resources, safety, health, and wellness information, leave options, employee discounts and more by selecting the benefits link .
• It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Please make sure you complete the application in full. I

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Additional Information

Agency Dept of Commerce Division Division of Workforce Solutions Job Classification Title Program Development Coordinator (NS) Position Number 60078680 Grade NC19

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